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T-Mobile HotSpot @Home Talk Forever Home retail package

By Matthew Miller

T-Mobile may not have a 3G data network, but they are on the cutting edge with helping people ditch their home phones and use VoIP services. The latest service allows you to use your standard home cordless phone with a new T-Mobile line. The service does require a new special modem, available for US$50 with 2-year commitment.

Back of the retail package

The back of the retail package shows the ports on the router in clear colored detail.

911 notice on outside of inner white box

There is a plain and simple 911 notice on the inner package that makes sure you call and register your address for 911 service.

Inner contents of retail packaging

You will find a CD, setup guide, A/C adapter, ethernet cable, SIM card, and the router in the retail package.

Manual, setup guide and SIM card

There are a couple of documents included in the package, along with your new SIM card.

Cables and vertical stand

You get an ethernet cable, A/C adapter, and a vertical stand in the box.

Front of setup guide

The setup guide walks you through the process of setting up the router in a very simple step-by-step method.

Back of the setup guide

The back has details on finalizing the setup and using your phone with the new service.

Voice mail feature explanation

Your home voice mail is the same as a mobile phone system, but I personally wish there were a few more features for your home phone.

Vertical stand bracket

This sturdy stand is used to mount the router vertically.

T-Mobile router

The Linksys/Cisco router is optimized for vertical mounting.

Extending the antenna

The antenna is shipped in a stored position, but should be flipped up for optimal signal strength.

Wireless security key button

T-Mobile has this same security key button on the Talk Forever and HotSpot @Home Mobile routers.